A new record for KPG and the South of Thailand

[Angiud]

Sunny (but windy) afternoon so I visited again the field and I found several more Chilades putli.
I understand also why they call it "the Small Grass Jewel". Because of the iridescent colors of the pristine butterflies, as you can see in the next 2 pictures:





I found the same butterfly, in several specimens, in another site (500 mt distant)

[Painted Jezebel]

Aaaah! You've made me angry and jealous already!

What is the exact habitat you have found them in? You mention a field, but is it near a coconut plantation, edge of woodland or disturbed secondary vegetation?

I WANT TO FIND IT HERE!!!!!!!!!

[Angiud]

They are fields close to coconut plantations with low grass and secondary vegetation.
A lot of this ubiquitous flower is a common denominator of the presence of this species:



I', pretty sure you can find it in Samui too. Here is just appeared, no more than a few days ago. I'll check if is coming everywhere like the Lesser Grass blue or is only localized.

[Glorious Begum]

Congrats on the new find. And beautiful pic too.

[Blue Jay]

Congrats on the new species and gd shots, Angiud!

Aaaah! You've made me angry and jealous already!

What is the exact habitat you have found them in? You mention a field, but is it near a coconut plantation, edge of woodland or disturbed secondary vegetation?

I WANT TO FIND IT HERE!!!!!!!!!

[Angiud]

Thank you everybody for the compliments and congratulations.

Now I have to find a new species to make Painted Jezebel completely mad


The problem is that I have to trek up and down on the island 24/7 to find something new during the raining season...

To the next!

[Commander]

Now I have to find a new species to make Painted Jezebel completely mad

I'm sure the locals are already very amused at you two 'mad' farangs running up and down the forests and mountains looking for lil' creatures that they cannot see!

Your latest find is very unique, Antonio. It takes the Lycaenidae eyespots to the extreme, featuring four clear 'eyes' and two silvery spots flanking them. Sweet!

For the uninitiated :

FARANG :

1. Thai word for white people or Westerners, generically referring to non-asians. Generally used without derogatory connotation, derived from the Thai word "farangsayt" for French.
2. Also Thai word for guava.

[Psyche]

It is stated to be India's smallest butterfly, but since Zizula hylax is also found in India, it has to be smaller still. Amazing!

TL Seow

[bluefin]

Congrats on the new find, Antonio.

Such an interesting little butterfly.

[Common Mime]

Lovely rings!!! I am happy to see the two-spotted Blue and this fellow got itself 6!